Planning

AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

NHS ENGLAND

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PlanningUpdate

20 Jan 2026 at 13:29

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

16 Jan 2026 at 12:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer." This initiative falls under the medical and diagnostic equipment industry category and is set within London. The procurement process commenced on 20th January 2026, with a preliminary market consultation (PMC) already scheduled for completion by 29th January 2026. The procurement aims to inform the NHS commercial strategy for integrating artificial intelligence in medical imaging, specifically MRI for prostate cancer diagnosis. Any financial projections in the notice are nominal, with final figures yet to be determined, and interested parties must register via the Atamis e-sourcing portal to participate.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment, diagnostic devices, and AI-driven healthcare solutions. Companies capable of developing or providing MRI imaging equipment, medical software, and diagnostic supplies, particularly those with a focus on prostate cancer detection, are well-suited to engage. The project also reserves potential involvement for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it inclusive for diversified industry players aiming to collaborate with a central government body like NHS England. With the contract period slated between 1st July 2027 and 30th June 2028, businesses have ample time to prepare and align their offerings with NHS requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Notice Description

Preliminary market consultation to inform the NHS commercial strategy for AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer. Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as the financial envelope is yet to be defined. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome Select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer" and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Consultation regarding AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06079a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004827-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

48 - Software package and information systems

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

33124130 - Diagnostic supplies

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

48180000 - Medical software package

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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